Govt Satisfaction Index

Cost of living issues again fell sharply this month (6 points), followed by Jobs and Unemployment (4 points), highlighting rising economic pressures and a softening job market. There are clear indications that Singaporeans are worrying more and this may be why the Government has been slow to announce an early election that some had predicted […]

Govt Satisfaction Index

May saw a two-point drop in the GSI, the first for some months. Declines were recorded in 16/19 policy areas after a less than stellar news month for the Government – weak economic data, the US-China trade war headwinds and the debate over the controversial Online Falsehoods (Fake News) Bill.

Govt Satisfaction Index

Government accountability gained 6 points over the last month, while civil rights and CPF/pensions both rose by 4 points. However, CPF/pensions registered a 5 point drop compared to past year. Cost of living also fell by 4 points over the same period.

Govt Satisfaction Index

The latest GSI saw elderly care and health insurance both drop 3 points in advance of February’s Budget announcement. Public transport continued to climb with a rise of 3 points. Singaporeans were also satisfied with the management of the economy, which rose by 3 points as well.

Govt Satisfaction Index

The Government Satisfaction Index rose 1 point in October and is at the same level it was this time last year. Trend wise, perceptions of public transport continue to improve, jumping 4 points since last month. Public transport satisfaction is now up 9% year on year. In contrast, Singaporeans continue to worry about rising inequality. […]

Govt Satisfaction Index

Government satisfaction climbed by one point to 79 points in September. Satisfaction with jobs and unemployment (+4), management of the economy (+3) and level of salaries and wages (+3) rose moderately, possibly due to the announcement of the SG Bonus payouts. Cost of living (-2), however, dipped further to register a new 12-month low at […]